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C626 HFM

1985 Volvo 700 Series

Blue Petrol 2315cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

76,678 mi
Last recorded76,678 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2014
Typical for 1985 Volvo 700 Series117,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC626 HFM
MakeVolvo
Model700 Series
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,315cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 1 Aug 2014 76,678 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 76,678 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 76,218 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 76,218 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 75,776 miles

small chip in offside front headlamp.

Pass 11 Aug 2011 75,284 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 74,600 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 74,600 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 74,070 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 73,323 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 72,632 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 72,632 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 70,808 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 68,917 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo 700 Series?

Based on 194,851 MOT tests across 35,371 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
2,905
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
35,371
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,445
position lamp(s) not working 8,496
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 7,523
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 7,408
Registration plate lamp not working 6,696
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C626 HFM is a 1985 Volvo 700 Series in Blue with a 2,315cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1985 Volvo 700 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 117,115 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo 700 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,445 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C626 HFM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 700 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 41 years old, this Volvo 700 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C626 HFM?

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What year was C626 HFM registered?

C626 HFM is a 1985 Volvo 700 Series, first registered on 14 August 1985.

Is C626 HFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C626 HFM shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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